Reviews

Kill the Messenger by Maz Maddox

heabooknerd's review

2.0

KILL THE MESSENGER started out good for me but then quickly went downhill. I didn't really like any of the characters very much and it seemed like a large part of the book was setting up Ches with the incubus Azerlyn so I was a bit confused about what couple I was supposed to be rooting for. Dallas was frankly annoying and based on the series name I imagine he'll be a reoccurring character.

The sex scene also made me uncomfortable because Taleb has started to turn into a "vampire" again as the Necromancer tries to control him. He attacks Ches and they're in this huge fight and while Taleb is trying to kill him, all Ches can think about is how hot it is and he's getting turned on. Like Taleb has had all his humanity and autonomy ripped away against his will and would probably be devastated to know he's trying to kill his best friend and Ches is just over here being horny?? They at least don't have sex until after Taleb gets back control but it's literally right after.

teresab78's review

4.0

This was far darker than other books by this author but still had bursts of humour. It’s an interesting urban fantasy world set in a fictional location where demons are common and part of society. The plot is fast paced and engaging with danger all around. I would have liked a little more connection between our MC’s. Taleb’s feelings seemed to come from nowhere. I also would have liked a little more info on how the ending came to be. However, I am greatly looking forward to more in this world!!!

bluebeereads's review

5.0

Well, this was just a ton of fun! It's my first time reading anything from this author and I can tell you already that I'm a fan.

And I might binge the rest of her books now because I just have to. I can tell I've been missing out on something.

malex117's review against another edition

5.0

Maz Maddox is one of the greatest storyteller ever!
This universe is awesome with jinns, magic different kinds of vampires, imps and wendigos

karen_28's review

adventurous funny mysterious medium-paced

5.0

escapistlit's review against another edition

fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.0

kiara668's review

adventurous mysterious fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

5.0

wisecraic's review against another edition

adventurous fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

redhairedashreads's review

2.0

 2 stars - It was ok

This was an interesting world with a lot of different types of paranormal creatures. Unfortunately, I didn’t love the characters. They were just ok for me. Ches and Taleb were partners who have been in love with each other for years. I didn’t get much chemistry out of these two because they acted mostly like partners and there was only a little bit of chemistry towards the end. I also wasn’t completely comfortable with how their first time together played out. Also for a while the story was setting up Ches to be with the incubus Azerlyn, so it was a bit confusing on who was going to end up together. 

I found Dallas to be an annoying character. I didn’t really find his uniqueness or his actions charming. He is a player, who is also toxic towards some of his partners. I don’t really like him from this novella but I will probably give the next book a chance just to see if he gets better, that's assuming it's about him. 

 

snowynight's review

adventurous funny fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? N/A
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0